Tag: Medical pioneer
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Dr. Myra Adele Logan, the first Black woman to perform open-heart surgery, left a lasting legacy in medicine. Learn about her groundbreaking achievements and advocacy work.
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The pioneering legacy of Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first Black woman medical doctor in the United States. Learn about her remarkable journey, achievements, and enduring impact on health equity and social justice.
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